Stephen Caldwell

Stephen Caldwell

Apparel & Graphic Designer · BOOT BARN

Laguna Niguel, CA

In My Own Words

“Why fit in when you were meant to stand out?” I am a passionate, innovative and opportunity-seeking designer that thrives working in ever-changing and collaborative environments. I have been in the industry for over 15 years with experience as an, apparel and graphic designer with consistent focus on action sports apparel and accessories.

I have had the opportunity to work with factories both domestically and overseas specializing in complete package design for apparel, graphics and accessories. My strategic line planning and original design approach were key contributions to the success of apparel programs for Hinano Tahiti men’s line, Liquid Force men’s and women’s lines and more recently to the Brad Paisley graphic apparel line for Boot Barn. I have obtained diverse exposure and understanding of this market and am excited at the opportunity to work in an environment that is on the leading edge of adventure, creative and design.

In addition to my work experience, my outdoor waterman lifestyle as a competitive outrigger and SUP racing athlete would be a great fit for most design teams. I appreciate and live a life of adventure, exploration and team work and am looking for the same in the working environment.

Best regards, Stephen Caldwell 949.463.9169

Work Experience

Apparel & Graphic Designer

BOOT BARN

2014 – 2016

*Resposible for the Brad Paisley graphic tee & fleece line and domestic sourcing & development. *Responsible for all the Private Label design, and development, for the follwoing divisions. (Men’s, Women’s, Youth, Home Goods, & Accessories)

CONTRACT DESIGN & FREELANCE

CALDWELL designs

2013 – 2014

*Apparel Design, Graphic Design, Creative Direction, Identity development and sourcing. *See below for complete list of projects

Creative Director of Apparel

LIQUID FORCE

2008 – 2013

*Lead the direction and design of the men’s and junior’s seasonal lines. *Categories included boardshorts, knits, woven’s, outerwear, & accessories.

Senior Designer

HINANO TAHITI

2006 – 2008

*Lead the design and Sourcing men’s Apparel

Designer

PACIFIC SUNWEAR

2003 – 2005

*Responsible for the apparel and graphic design of 6 separate labels. *Categories included tees, fleece, and accessories

Senior Art Director

iXL

2000 – 2001

*Web based company where I lead multiple teams located in Atlanta, Boston, San Diego & London.

Web Graphic Designer

USWeb/CKS

1996 – 2000

*Concepted, designed and created website accounts. *Some of my clients included 76 Lubricants Co., fax.com, Microsoft, Pacific Life. , and many more.

Education

No Degree

*Arizona State University

1989 – 1991

No Degree

Associate’s in Visual Communication

Collins Graphic Design Schoo,

1993 – 1995

Associate’s in Visual Communication

Interests

WoodworkingArchitecturePhotographyApparelLandscape design

Industries

BikeDiveCreative AgenciesFashionFishingLifestyleMoto & PowersportsOutdoorRunSkateSnowStreetwearSurfSwimWakeHealth & Fitness

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